All proceeds will benefit Ability Partners Foundation in support of the programs and services at CP Rochester, Happiness House and Rochester Rehabilitation. A portion of this year’s proceeds will benefit the new Golisano Autism Center – Rochester.

Scott Hetsko, meteorologist at 13WHAM News, will be the evening’s keynote speaker. Joe Lomonaco, co-host of the 5 O’clock News Hour on News Radio WHAM 1180 is the auctioneer, with Patrice Walsh serving as master of ceremonies. The evening will feature a silent auction, cash call and wine cork pull. Sinful Sweets will sponsor a cake auction.

Ann Costello will receive the Humanitarian of the Year Award. Costello, executive director of the Golisano Foundation, is being recognized for her dedication and collaborations to the agency as well as her commitment in advocating for, and on behalf of, people with disabilities.

The Volunteer of the Year Award will go to Alan Cocquyt, senior project estimator at LeChase Construction. He has served as an instructor and coordinator for the Shared Ski Adventures program since 2009. In addition to working with the skiers, Alan donated, built and repaired many items for the program on his own initiative.

Robert Maddamma will receive the Outstanding Board Member of the Year Award. Maddamma volunteers his time and expertise on various committees within the agencies. His talents as a business executive, university professor and community leader add value to the board, agencies and individuals served.

Wegmans will receive the Community Partner of the Year Award for its ongoing support to all three agencies through sponsorships, grants and in-kind donations.

The Harold C. Augustin Founders Award will go to the Cassata family — Eugene, Tom, Maria and Sam.The Cassatas have supported CP Rochester for many years. Tom Cassata has been a part of the agency since he was in preschool, and his parents, Eugene and Vicki, were actively involved in the board of directors as well as numerous fundraising events.

Email lwakley@cprochester.org for information.

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